Cllr Roger Croad, Devon County Council’s Cabinet Member with responsibility for Environmental Services said: “This is an essential element of the floor defence scheme and these flood gates will reduce flood risk to hundreds of homes and businesses in the city.

“Every effort will be made to minimise disruption during the closure of Station Road, but the long-term benefits will outweigh the short-term inconvenience.”

Throughout the works, detailed traffic and pedestrian diversion signage will be erected to direct people around the closures.

Richard Cox, the scheme’s project manager said: “We’d like to thank commuters and others for their patience while we carry out these essential works.

“We regret that there will be an inconvenience and we urge motorists to plan ahead and allow extra journey time.

“If people have questions regarding the diversion routes or works they can call the Exeter scheme information line on 07769 162338.”

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